Manuscript, 1843-1844
Scope and Contents
Exerpts from the testimony: Cooke said he had attended a Catholic Church in Donaldsonville, the only nearby church, but “could not understand it.” Overseer married one of the daughters of William Ellis “when Mr. Nicholas was absent at Washington.” “It being the custom among planters theirs to make their slaves always take a thing that is offered them whether they want it or not.” This comment was about a slave being offered a glass of grog. If he had refused, he would have been whipped. “…-you are damn fools – don’t pray any more when you feel bad take a fiddle and go to dancing.” This comment was made by Robert Nicholas after he read the Bible to his slaves.
Dates
- Creation: 1843-1844
Conditions Governing Access:
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.01 Linear Foot
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository